Cirque du Soleil

General Stage Manager - 'Auana

Cirque du Soleil$90K — $100K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College Diploma in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • 4-6 years of theatrical stage management experience
  • 2-4 years of experience in live show calling with complex automation
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Multicultural and tour experience preferred
  • First Aid/CPR training is a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and network applications
  • Fluent in English; knowledge of French or other languages is beneficial

Responsibilities

  • Call the show and manage backstage operations
  • Lead and mentor the Stage Management team
  • Oversee show documentation in collaboration with departments
  • Supervise Show contingency documents and emergency procedures
  • Implement artistic and technical modifications as requested
  • Plan and follow up on training sessions and rehearsals
  • Manage daily show operations alongside key leadership team
  • Organize regular meetings with the Artistic team

Benefits

  • Permanent position offering job stability
  • Mentorship opportunities within the Stage Management team
  • Chance to work closely with artistic and technical leadership
  • Involvement in performance evaluations and talent dialogues
  • Engagement with artistic staff on staffing and management processes
  • Contribution to emergency procedures, enhancing safety measures in performances
Full Job Description
***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.***

***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.***

General Stage Manager

Artistic Support

Permanent position

The General Stage Manager (GSM) is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operational needs of the production are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality across all artistic and technical elements of the show, including artistic and acrobatic performance, choreography, cueing, musical score, costumes, makeup, lighting and sound. Reporting to the General Manager (GM), the GSM serves as an operational leader and works in close partnership with the Artistic Director (AD) or Artistic Manager (AM) and Technical Director (TD) to oversee the artistic and technical execution of the production, ensuring consistency, safety and operational excellence.

The General Stage Manager will:
  • Call the show and run backstage tracks;
  • Lead and mentor the Stage Management team, recruit as needed, oversee interns;
  • Manage show documentation in collaboration with all departments;
  • Supervise the upkeep and creation of Show contingency documents and emergency procedures;
  • Implement and follow up on artistic, acrobatic and technical adjustments and modifications to various components of the show at the request of the Artistic Director (AD);
  • Plan, prepare and follow up training sessions, rehearsals, Tapis Rouge (weekly artists meeting), etc.;
  • Manage the daily operations of the show in conjunction with the GM, TD, and AD/AM;
  • Organize and follow up on meetings with the Artistic team on a regular basis;
  • Participate in Show Management meetings;
  • In conjunction with the Artistic Team, support Artist staffing and management processes including casting, contracts, backup payments, etc.;
  • Partake in performance evaluations in collaboration with the AD/AM;
  • Meet members of the stage management team for Talent Dialogues;
  • Keep records on each performer in terms of artistic progress, attitude and behavior in collaboration with Performance teams;
  • In conjunction with AD/AM and Artistic team, organize and plan the integration of new performers and new acts into the show as well as performers returning to full duty after medical rehabilitation;
  • Supervise the maintenance, creation and evolution of the Artist Training Modules (ATM)
  • In collaboration with AD/AM, apply progressive discipline and compose, deliver and follow-up Action Plans;
  • In collaboration with Artistic Team, manage leave of absence requests;
  • In conjunction with AD/AM, support, manage and coordinate PR, marketing events and artistic workshops;
  • Supervise and maintain emergency measures for theater during performances;
  • Enforce production rules, policies and procedures;
  • Manage timesheets for payroll purposes;
  • Manage tracking records for royalty purposes;
  • Supervise archival recordings;
  • Other duties as assigned by the GM


The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
  • College Diploma in a related field; or the equivalent related work experience;
  • At least four to six years of relevant experience in theatrical stage management;
  • At least two to four years of live show calling experience with complex integrated automation, multiple aerial winches, and highly technical live performance element;.
  • Calm decision making under pressure;
  • Multicultural experience is an asset;
  • Tour experience is an asset;
  • First Aid/CPR training is an asset;
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office is required;
  • Strong understanding and ability to navigate network applications;
  • Fluency in English written and spoken; knowledge of French and/or other languages is an asset;


COMPENSATION
  • The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 USD/year.
  • This range is location-specific and compensation in other geographies may vary. Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided upon elements related, but not limited to: skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.


About Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil is a Canadian entertainment company that specializes in circus arts. The company was founded in 1984 by Guy Laliberté and Gilles Ste-Croix and has since become one of the largest and most successful circus companies in the world. Cirque du Soleil is known for its elaborate and visually stunning productions, which combine acrobatics, dance, music, and theater. The company has performed in more than 450 cities around the world and has been seen by over 180 million people. In addition to its live shows, Cirque du Soleil also produces films, television programs, and other multimedia content.
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